Sunday 1
Masks Off! The Story of Purim

Purim is the most colorful, ironic, and surprising festival in Judaism, loved by both adults and children—a celebration where nothing is as it seems and everything can suddenly turn upside down.
We will immerse ourselves in the story of the Megillat Esther, discovering the events that took place in the ancient Persian Empire: the schemes of the wicked Haman, the courage of Queen Esther, and the wisdom of her uncle Mordechai, who together saved the Jewish people.
We will also explore why, on Purim, people dress up in costumes and celebrate with great noise in the synagogues. To make the experience even more fun, both adults and children will be invited to join a creative workshop to make masks inspired by the story’s protagonists, playing with colors, symbols, and plenty of imagination. An activity designed for the whole family: children are especially welcome and will be the true stars of this delightful experience.

Sunday 8
Women in Judaism: A View from the Women’s Gallery

From antiquity to the present day, women have always played a leading role in Jewish tradition. From the Torah to contemporary times, Judaism offers examples of extraordinary women who became guiding figures for an entire people, who protected the vulnerable, and who made their voices heard, initiating true cultural revolutions.
And in everyday life, what is the religious role of women in Judaism? What are the mitzvot (commandments) traditionally entrusted to women? Which ritual objects tell the story of Judaism from a female perspective?
We will explore these questions and many other fascinating insights while enjoying exclusive access to a space usually closed to visitors—the women’s gallery of the synagogue—sharing a uniquely beautiful and evocative point of view.

Sunday 15
Women in Judaism: A View from the Women’s Gallery

From antiquity to the present day, women have always held a central role in Jewish tradition. From the Torah to contemporary times, Judaism offers examples of extraordinary women who became guiding figures for an entire people, who protected the vulnerable, and who made their voices heard, sparking true cultural revolutions.
And in the rhythm of everyday life, what is the religious role of women in Judaism? Which mitzvot (commandments) are traditionally associated with women? Which ritual objects tell the story of Judaism from a female perspective?
We will explore these and many other fascinating insights while enjoying exclusive access to a space usually closed to visitors—the women’s gallery of the synagogue—sharing a uniquely beautiful and evocative point of view.

Sunday 22
The Jewish Calendar: Following the Cycle of the Moon

An ancient ritual accompanies the renewal of the moon each month: the Kiddush Levanah.
The blessing of this celestial body—so small compared to the sun, yet so powerful and significant in Judaism that it marks the passage of time month after month.
Each month, at the end of Shabbat, the community gathers to lift their eyes to the sky, reciting prayers and psalms in a joyful and festive atmosphere, paying tribute to the moon.
What are the blessings and traditions associated with this important luminary? What do the sages teach about it? And why is it the moon that announces Rosh Chodesh, the beginning of the Jewish month?
A journey between sky and tradition, rediscovering how the moon has continued, for centuries, to illuminate the path of the Jewish people.

Sunday 29
At the Table with Tradition: Discovering the Curiosities of Kosher Cuisine

In Judaism, eating is not merely an everyday act: through mindful choices and precise rules, the act of nourishing oneself becomes a moment of awareness and spiritual elevation.
The laws of kashrut guide the daily life of every Jew, distinguishing what may or may not be eaten, which foods may be combined, which pots and utensils may be used for cooking, and which blessing should be recited before tasting the food. During the visit, we will explore the main dietary laws of the halachah and the culinary traditions that accompany Jewish festivals. We will also learn to see the Ghetto as a crossroads of gastronomic cultures that have enriched one another over time, eventually becoming an integral part of Venetian cuisine. A journey through rules and flavors to understand how even the simplest and most ordinary act—sitting down at the table—can become an occasion of meaning, memory, and identity.